The Fall of Man (Titian) facts for kids
The Fall of Man is a famous painting by an Italian artist named Titian. It shows the story of Adam and Eve from the Bible. This painting was made around 1550. Today, you can see it in the Prado museum in Madrid, Spain.
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What the Painting Shows
This painting tells the story of the Fall of Man. This is a well-known story from the Bible. It shows Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. They are about to eat fruit from a forbidden tree. A snake, often seen as a symbol of temptation, is also in the painting.
Who Painted It?
The artist who painted The Fall of Man was Titian. He was a very important painter from Venice, Italy. He lived a long time ago, in the 1500s. Titian was known for his beautiful colors and powerful paintings.
Where is it Now?
Today, The Fall of Man is kept in the Prado museum. This museum is in Madrid, the capital city of Spain. It is one of the most famous art museums in the world. Many people visit the Prado to see Titian's painting and other masterpieces.
How it Was Made
Titian got ideas from other artists for this painting. One artist was Raphael, who painted a similar scene in the Vatican. Raphael's painting also showed Adam sitting and Eve standing. Titian also looked at an engraving by Albrecht Dürer for smaller details. Dürer was a German artist famous for his detailed prints.
Who Owned This Painting?
This painting has a long history of owners. At one point, it belonged to Antonio Pérez. He was a secretary to Philip II of Spain, who was a powerful king. Some people think Pérez's father might have first asked Titian to paint it. In 1585, the painting became part of the Spanish royal collection. This means it was owned by the kings and queens of Spain.
Other Artists and This Painting
Another famous artist, Rubens, saw Titian's painting. Rubens was a Flemish painter who lived after Titian. Between 1628 and 1629, Rubens made his own copy of Titian's The Fall of Man. He used it as inspiration for his own version of the story. This shows how important Titian's work was to other artists.
See also
In Spanish: Adán y Eva en el Paraíso terrenal (Tiziano) para niños
- List of works by Titian
